Warsaw to Krakow

Wolzstyn - © Bob CableMultiple dates

Series 3, Episode 3 Great Continental Railway Journeys. We follow Portillo deep into central Europe to explore a country where east meets west: Poland. A 6-day rail journey that allows plenty of time to sample the elegant and artistic atmosphere of Warsaw, Lodz, Poznan and Krakow.

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Rome to Sicily

Ruins of the ancient city of Pompeii - © www.shutterstock.comMultiple dates

Series 3, Episode 2 Great Continental Rail Journeys. In this instalment Michael Portillo travels the spine of Italy by train from Rome to Taormina which is situated in Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean.

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Fabulous Family Train Tour of Switzerland

Bernina Express tackles the Montebello Curve - © Swiss-image.ch-Andrea BadruttMultiple dates

This is a wonderful family holiday that will give your children a taste of the Continent and in particular Europe's magnificent mountains in Switzerland, including the Matterhorn. An unforgettable rail journey that delivers amazing views and feats of railway engineering and excellence.

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Christmas Market Break to Nuremberg & Salzburg

Christkindlesmarkt - © Uli KowatschMultiple dates

“Every detail covered and more. As always, Jenene has provided a faultless service & thanks to her the holiday ran very smoothly without a hitch. She always goes that extra mile to provide extra useful information, thank you.”

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Europe Wide

Prague - © Bob CableMultiple dates

Mr & Mrs Godsave from North Wales spent 25 days exploring Europe and some of its vibrant cities. Ffestiniog Travel organised standard class Eurostar return journeys and issued the couple with a standard class global pass for travel throughout Europe. We arranged their Glacier Express reservations as well as organising accommodation in 3-4* city centre hotels on a bed and breakfast basis so they could make the most of their time city sightseeing. We can include further reservations if you prefer.

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Madrid to Gibraltar

Bridge at Cordoba - © Tatiana Popova/Shutterstock.comMultiple dates

Series 2, Episode 1 Great Continental Railway Journeys. The second series of BBC's Great Continental Rail Journeys programmes began with Michael Portillo embracing the beauty of Spain by travelling by from Madrid to Gibraltar train with stops in Cordoba, Seville, Jerez de la Frontera and Ronda en route. You have the option of travelling to Madrid by plane or train!

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Milan, Florence & Venice

FlorenceMultiple dates

A little shopping in Milan followed by some art appreciation in Florence and finishing with three relaxing days in beautiful Venice – travelling by rail makes this an ideal way to see Italy. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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Florence and Lake Garda

Lake GardaMultiple dates

There is so much beauty in Italy and this tour combines Italy's art capital of Florence with the stunning natural splendour of Lake Garda. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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Leipzig, Vienna & Munich

Mendolssohn Museum in Leipzig - © Dreßel, ChristophMultiple dates

The sound of music resonates through the streets of Leipzig, Vienna and Munich - all of which are leading European locations for classical music concerts. Indulge yourself by taking the train and exploring the music and culture of these three cities. Plan your tour around concerts you wish to attend. This itinerary illustrates what is possible and can be adapted. Sightseeing tours, visits and concert tickets can be arranged in advance.

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Barcelona, Seville & Madrid

Passion Facade showing Pontius Pilate, Segrada Familia, Barcelona - © Manon DaviesMultiple dates

Travel by plane and train to enjoy the cosmopolitan culture of three of Spain's popular cities whilst sitting back and delighting in the Spanish landscape in between. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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